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two really good songs and uh whatever else
These proto-punk albums are fun enough. It's clear why this one has the reputation it does. It's impressively loud and aggressive for 1969.
I like the vibe and the message of the album but most of the songs sounded the same to me.
Inicios del punk. Ni fu ni fa.
Back to basics bluesy rock, truly electrifying in its best moments (try not to headbang to “Kick Out the Jams,” I dare you). A little sobering to listen to knowing the entire original lineup is gone.
Ok Album.
would probably be better if the vocalist's voice was different
punk
This was alright
I can feel the energy and I bet this would be a blast live but doesn’t it kind of defeat the purpose having it recorded? Idk, I’ve never quite ‘got’ live albums
High energy and some cool ideas but ultimately not enough for me to stay interested all throughout. I can see how it was influential for Punk tho. Fav songs: - Ramblin Rose - Kick Out the Jams
This was okay. Somewhat enjoyable but not particularly memorable. The title track was the best song. Not bad but nothing special.
Pretty damned good, actually. Kinda punk, kinda zeppelin-y blues rock, kinda pissed off counter culture hard rock.
Some people might call this THE proto-punk album. The very first band to lay the groundwork for the genre. MC5 were also mentors to the Stooges, the best known of the Detroit proto-punk bands. The significance of this album is clear. You can kind of hear the influence of psychedelic rock of the era here but it's completed muddled by the raw energy of the performances. Truthfully, what makes this album interesting is the rough, distorted guitar playing of Wayne Kramer, which sounds amazingly skillful but still quite off and noisy as hell. Also worth noting is the battle between the band and stores who refused to carry the original version of the album due to its use of profanity. That's a familiar enough story now but at the time, probably gave them the majority of their fame. Truthfully, there are better punk bands out there. But credit to MC5, the trailblazers who set the whole forest on fire with their sound.
MC5. Their reputation proceeds them. I never heard them, but I only ever heard them referenced positively in general discussions about music. Flavor Flav, take your seat; these guys don't need no hypeman. Dude churns up the crowd before a single note is played with the skill and machismo of every great coked-up WWE wrestler from the 80's, brother. Oh yeah! Woooooooo! All of sudden, I think I know at least one of the influences for Pixies, with a chaotic vocal delivery and occasional Tourettes of grunts and squeals. This is Led Zeppelin's punky American step-brother, overly confident, brazen, and rockin' as hard as they possibly can. The anarchy here is directed both at government as well as musical convention. This is a tour-de-force, with so much strength coming from within the band that it doesn't matter what you think about them at all. They are blowing their own minds and having the time of their lives and you're invited for the ride if you can dig it, but if not, you're the one whose wrong, man. A bit abrasive for me at first, but--like any good live show--they won me over in short order. These guys hold your shirt while punching you in the face; you're not getting away until they're done. A 3.5 that becomes a 3 since I don't imagine revisiting this album much if at all. Like my sons after trying some new food, "I tried it and I liked it, but I don't want anymore" . . . but MC5 don't care what I think.
Proto-punk, lotsa distortion and explosive attitude, ahead of its time, clearly influential.
Det her albums betydning for meget af den musik jeg hører kan ikke underdrives. Den smadrede æstetik lagde grunden for den punk der kom senere og dermed også for The Seattle Sound. Desværre glider albummet længere og længere væk fra den lyd og over i psyk rock. På Starship der afslutter albummet går det helt over gevind med alen lang trance musik. Første side 5/5. Anden side 2/5.
Traditional punk is built on anger, vitriol, and speed. At least that’s what I would define it as. And hilariously enough, what punk originated from sounds nothing like what it is associated with today. It was rooted much more in raw psychedelic music. The Stooges are an obvious, and fantastic example of this. But I guess I wasn’t aware that another influential band hailed from the beautiful state of Michigan. That band was MC5. I didn’t know they were equally as important as the aforementioned group. But I think opinions of the band are very different. I was expecting them to be one of those groups who never really hit it off with their studio albums, but have one really great live record. But it seems that people either think this is some monumental achievement, or they can’t stand it and/or how much people like it. I think I lie somewhere in the middle. When it is at its best, this album is a flaming ball of fire, careening through the sky and lighting everything ablaze. Like the most punk rock world-ending meteor. But when it is at its worst, or really its slowest on the last three songs, it just doesn’t hit the same. I think this sounds great when it’s rampant and explosive, and doesn’t try and contain itself in any way. I’m aware that something like Fun House had this combination as well, but that album was just simply better written than these songs are. Interesting as a piece of history? Yes. But the greatest thing that ever happened to punk? No. That would imply it’s all down hill from here, which is the farthest from the truth. Rating: 6/10
Good enough for a 3.5, not quite enough to get a 4, but pretty good.
Sounds like a more aggresive Led Zepellin. But still, not really my taste
A debut album recorded live the capture the band's full proto-punk ferocity. Pretty out-there as a band for 1969 - having "motherfucker" eventually rerecorded. It's loud, it's messy, it's got mountains of raw energy. The dead end of the hippy ideal is trying to be resurrected purely through raw passion - but it wasn't enough. Best Tracks: Ramblin' Rose; Kick Out the Jams; Rocket Reducer No. 62
3/5 idk
This album struck me as shades of Rage Against the Machine, especially with their intro track. This album was super easy to listen to, but would bring me back in with every guitar solo that would close out a track. Lyrically, I didn’t absorb too much of the album. However, their “fuck you” attitude is felt through each chord and solo that shreds across the crowd. I can see how this album could be a huge influence for future punk bands in the future and it’s crazy to think this was recorded in 1969, well before some household name punk bands were on the scene.
Parts of this album go so hard. But there are also parts where I hate the lead singers voice. I like when he’s kinda growling or screaming but when he tries to actually sing or use his falsetto it’s pretty brutal. It’s pretty wild listening to guitar solos like this in 69 when just five years before they were comparatively laughable (such as a hard days night). I know we get annoyed of all the 60s albums sometimes but it is cool to see the evolution of rock music in such a small period of time. The live album part of this was fun!
Nothing stuck out but I felt that the whole album was easy to listen to, which I feel is impressive for a live album. This is one of if not the first live albums that we’ve gotten and I wouldn’t mind seeing more. Fun solid riffs and rock music.
There were times when I thought this album rocked, and times when I thought this album flopped. And I can see the punk beginnings but I heard more psychedelic and blues influence on MC5 more than anything. And then I read about the band, John Sinclair, and the White Panther Party and holy hell, these dudes were punk as fuck. There’s better late sixties albums but this one wasn’t that bad. A three for the political influence.
high 3/5, the energy is felt and enjoyed but it can lose me sometimes
Sensational energy
No le tenía fe, pero me sorprendió. Motor City is Burning me gustó más que la que lleva el título del disco.
Never heard of these guys and find it hard to know if I'd like it from a live album like this. Some I thought sounded good but I don't know how it's meant to sound..... Is it really as punk as it sounds or they just not that good live?? Maybe we'll have a non live album at some point. 2.5, but mainly because of the live album
Pretty fun, it feels ahead of it's time. This is what all live albums should aim for, I love the energy.
It's alright, but didn't age very well, especially the lyrics
Good live energy, not great song material.
First listen just felt like 40 minutes of noise. Second listen I started to understand what was going on. > considered an important forerunner to punk rock music ok, good on ya then.
Excellent sound for a live album from this time. I liked the music, but I likely won't be going back to listen to this album anytime soon.
Solid live album with great energy. I like it, although I probably won’t revisit that often.
This is something I might enjoy at a bar live but not as an album
- love the energy - Rage covered Kick Out the Jams and I can see why - interesting how their first album was a live album?
Kick Out The Jams (the song) is an easy 5, and not just because I got a soft intro to it from PotUSA. Overall this is a good album with some great energy. It feels extremely authentic which can be a hard thing to find in the edgier genres. I could have done without Starship.
This record is as radical and furious as its title and its sweaty album cover promise. While it’s only rivaled by The Stooges for its influence on what would be called Punk Rock, it’s a pretty singular document of the late ‘60s and the anger at social conformity and an unpopular war in Vietnam. Still, the record’s influence is perhaps greater than its actual charms. What it does succeed in capturing is the MC5’s live sound and energy—and that’s something considerable.
70's American punk rock. You either love it or you don't.
First time listening - not bad, not great
ok de stuff schiint historisch wichtig z sii und wurzle vo punk und so. ah und er seit motherfucker am afang vo kick out the jams, da hetmer domols noni dörfe. ok. s ganze isch sehr luut und nöd mega gnau gspielt oder so aber das wönds glaub so. come together isch nöd de bestles song, andere come together. hässiger. rocket reducer no. 62 findi etz au no geil, sie rüefed de refrain meh als singe aber s passt irgendwie. d gitarre sind au super bitz verstimmt. mit de ziit wirds scho biitz afoch lärm. aber ich checks. borderline au easy cool desorganisiert. motor city is burning isch afoch en blues aber au chli en hässige. ich ha nöd gwüsst dases au so hässigi hippies geh het i like. de zweitletst track hani chli draggy gfunde. und uf starship isches sehr "experimentell"? afoch vorallem lärm.
I get that this is an important album but it’s a wreck of a show. They sound sloppy as hell. Starship is great though.
Huge and brilliant guitar sound -- crunchy distortion with clarity and warmth. Decent enough lyrics for punk (perhaps not a high bar...) with a fun dollop of revolutionary/leftist views. Earlier than expected (6 years before Sex Pistols formed) and clearly a massive influence on the rise of punk in the 70s. Raw and uneven, with flashes of brilliance.
This a pretty hard rocking live album, harder than expected for ‘69. Very enjoyable!
Garage band jams ...
A fantastic combination of two live performances, showcasing MC5’s proto-punk capabilities. There’s honestly not much else to say about this other than that it’s bloody well great. Some seriously cool classic rock.
not the genre I was in the mood for n there wasn’t anything super exciting ab it 6/10
They had great live energy but it was kinda counteracted by the less good live sound quality. 6/10
Pretty solid for a live album. Got a bit repetitive sometimes but the guitar playing was sick
Not super into this, nothing about it really stood out to me. It does kinda rock at times though 6/10
Ahead of it's time for 1969
Melkoinen blues-punk-rock setti. En varsinaisesti pitänyt, mutta ei tätä vituttanutkaan kuunnella joka oikeuttaa kolmeen tähteen tämän päivän arvostelulla.
Bien de son époque par ses revendications; m’a semblé en avance pour son son rock intransigeant. J’aurais cru plus au milieu des années 1970
A rough and rowdy album that really established what punk was going to be going forward. It’s incredibly high energy and I admire the heck out of it, even though I don’t really enjoy listening to it that much at all
Not bad, pretty straight forward 70's hard rock. I really only know the song Kick Out the Jams, but the other songs here were similar and just as good. I don't know how often I would come back to this, but I enjoyed the playthrough.
A great jolt of energy. Not brilliant music, but definitely doing its own thing without a damn care. The sound quality is pretty rough but I still find it enjoyable.
I enjoyed elements of this, but live albums really aren't the ticket for me. I'll probably go and check out some of their studio albums, though.
pretty average punk, can see how it would be influential. thematically pretty boring pretty quickly
"Oh yeah. Love the Five" is something I heard Bob Seger say during an interview. He might have even meant it. I'm sure he did, they're both from Detroit and Seger is all in on all things Detroit. I'm not from Detroit, but I've always loved Bob Seger. Love is a strong word when it comes to the Five. I'm not sure I like them, although I appreciate their output and understand how they were a precursor to punk. That doesn't make this essential. At times, it can be a rough listen, a garage band that somehow got a record deal. That's probably the point. Let's stop pretending it's a crime that this band isn't in the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame. If they were that good, they would have been elected years ago.
High octane, high energy classic. Not something I'd feel compelled to listen to often, besides the mega title track, but I totally respect and admire the energy those bastards poured into their live show.
Very cool, p much invented punk rock
"Kick Out The Jams (Live)" by MC5 is a high-energy, raw, and unapologetic live album that captures the band's legendary live performances. Released in 1969, the album is a document of the band's ferocious energy and rebellious spirit. The album opens with the iconic title track, a call to arms that sets the tone for the rest of the record. Tracks like "Rocket Reducer No. 62 (Rama Lama Fa Fa Fa)" and "Come Together" showcase the band's frenetic energy and proto-punk sound. While the album captures the raw power of MC5's live performances, its production quality is somewhat lacking compared to studio recordings. Some listeners may find the album's aggressive sound and political themes off-putting. Overall, "Kick Out The Jams (Live)" is a landmark album in the history of punk rock, but its rough edges and confrontational style may not be for everyone. It earns a solid 3/5 rating for its historical significance and raw energy.
Brothers and sisters, let me tell you something... They had a lot of fun in that Detroit ballroom and it shows
MC 5 I like the all the noisey, raucous, protopunk energy. The playing and singing was surprising better than a lot of the other 60’s psychedelic rock bands we heard ( I didn’t hate the bluesy 60’s lead guitar like I’ve been developing a really pet peeve for. I think his conviction makes it sound less noodley)I This album was all energy and the songs seem secondary and kind of forgetable. Never heard them before- cool to check out, but probably won’t go back to this often. 3
A perfect three. I feel totally neutral about this
I want you right now was the only one that I thought was weird enough to be interesting. Love the punk attitude.
I can see why this was foundational for punk rock. I can also see why it didn’t get great reviews right away. Didn’t love listening to it, but definitely hear the Clash in their sound
Very proto
I like Green Day…I love punk angst. This would have been an interesting concert to be a part of. While I don’t love it…I love that there is a record of this. There’s nothing like live music and this was a great recording. I probably wouldn’t go back and listen to this in Spotify, but I sure wish I had been at that concert. That’s why you go to concerts, you just never know.
Interesting album with some great guitar.
I’m sure this is fun to thrash around to while drunk at a dive bar. Not really my thing right now.
Interesting to go with a live album for debut - cost? Sounds remarkably polished production wise for a live album from that time. So not as raw as one might think and lyrically offering a limited vision. Certainly powerful aggressive rock.
Muxo rock
It wasn’t music I would normally listen so I didn’t finish the album after the 4th song.
kinda conflicted with this. it rocks and is undeniably cool and up my street but its not really grabbed me. somewhere between a 3 and a 4 if im being honest. nice to have a live album that really feels like a live album, especially so soon after listening to the thin lizzys live and dangerous which felt super flat.
Like the title of the album says they really kick out the jams… and they go down the road …and into the gutter. It’s got some redeeming value and some good guitar work but it’s probably the reason I’m not a fan of live albums. Kinda messy and not in a good way.
Not usually a fan of live albums but this was a fun one. Funny dudes.
It was ok!
Lot of fun to listen to this, should have heard it sooner. I think this is one of those albums that is pretty foundational but doesn't hot the way it did when it was released. Parts of it hold up, but I think you have to put yourself in the mindset of someone from the early 70s to really get why it's great. It's not easy to do, and as a result it doesn't hold up in the same way other classic albums from this era do. That being said, it is a great time and has so much energy. It sounds like everyone involved was having the time of their life. The sound is a little rough at times but bursting with personality.
I think I found the angry hippies.
After giving my full attention to listen while driving super slow in a traffic jam I realized this is a pretty decent album.
Raw uncut punk energy, the jams were, indeed, kicked the fuck out
Pretty cool. I bet the audience was having a religious experience - there really wasn't much that sounded like this back in 1969. Not something I would ever listen to in the year of our lord 2024 though. First half was much better than the second. Especially the title track, that shit "bumps in the whip" as the kids say.
It started out not to bad. There were times where it was a little too much, but it's early Punk. What you gonna do?
In a nutshell: the origins of punk. Starts strong then runs out of steam midway. Overall: 5/10
Very energetic! But stylistically a little boring.
Not keen on live version I might have preferred studio recording of it
This is like a punk version of Jimi Hendrix. I’m sure it was quite revolutionary in 1969.
So influential. Just not very good. Laughable “revolutionary” shtick and borrowed riffs from The Who. You can’t deny its importance. Just sounds a bit shit these days
if this wasn’t a live album it would rated higher. could i write poetry to this? n
Nice pretty rockin for the day
Lyrics: MC5's lyrics in "Kick Out The Jams" reflect the socio-political climate of the 1960s. The title track, in particular, is a defiant call to arms against societal norms and restrictions. The use of explicit language in the opening lines, "Kick out the jams, motherfuckers!" establishes a rebellious tone, signaling the band's rejection of conformity. The lyrics touch on issues such as censorship, war, and the desire for individual freedom. While the language may be abrasive for some listeners, it serves as a powerful expression of the frustration felt by the youth during that era. The political and anti-establishment themes are further emphasized in tracks like "Motor City Is Burning," which addresses the Detroit race riots of 1967. The urgency and intensity in the lyrics mirror the unrest and turmoil of the times. Music: The musical aspect of "Kick Out The Jams" is characterized by its high-energy, garage rock sound. MC5's use of distortion, feedback, and relentless guitar riffs gives the album a raw and unpolished feel, contributing to its authentic and rebellious nature. The live recording adds to the album's dynamic energy, capturing the intensity of MC5's live performances. The interplay between Wayne Kramer and Fred "Sonic" Smith's guitars is a standout feature, creating a wall of sound that defines the MC5's signature style. The rhythm section, consisting of bassist Michael Davis and drummer Dennis Thompson, provides a solid foundation, driving the music forward with a relentless groove. The inclusion of covers like "Ramblin' Rose" and "I Want You Right Now" showcases the band's eclectic influences, ranging from blues to early rock 'n' roll. These covers add variety to the album and demonstrate MC5's ability to reinterpret and infuse their own energy into classic songs. Production: The live recording of "Kick Out The Jams" captures the essence of MC5's electrifying stage presence. The decision to record the album in a live setting contributes to its authenticity, providing a genuine representation of the band's sound and energy. However, the production quality may be considered lo-fi by contemporary standards, with occasional imperfections and uneven balances between instruments. Yet, these imperfections contribute to the album's charm, maintaining a sense of immediacy and spontaneity. The decision to include the controversial "kick out the jams, motherfuckers!" declaration at the beginning of the title track showcases the band's commitment to authenticity and rebellion against industry norms. This bold move sets the tone for the entire album, making it clear that MC5 is not interested in toning down their message for mass consumption. Themes: "Kick Out The Jams" is infused with themes of rebellion, anti-establishment sentiments, and a yearning for personal freedom. The album captures the spirit of the 1960s counterculture, with lyrics that address social and political issues of the time. The title track, in particular, encourages listeners to break free from societal constraints and embrace a more liberated and authentic existence. The inclusion of covers like "I Want You Right Now" and "Starship" adds a psychedelic dimension to the album, reflecting the influence of the burgeoning psychedelic rock movement. These tracks, while not overtly political, contribute to the album's overall atmosphere of experimentation and nonconformity. Influence: "Kick Out The Jams" has left an indelible mark on the punk rock and alternative music scenes. Its raw, high-energy sound, combined with politically charged lyrics, laid the groundwork for the punk movement that emerged in the mid-1970s. The album's influence can be heard in the music of subsequent generations of punk and alternative bands, as well as in the DIY (do-it-yourself) ethos that became synonymous with punk rock. The rebellious attitude and confrontational stage presence of MC5 had a lasting impact on the evolution of rock performance. The band's influence extends beyond music, reaching into the realms of politics and social activism, as they embodied the spirit of protest and resistance. Pros: Raw Energy: The album's live recording captures the raw, unfiltered energy of MC5's live performances, providing an authentic listening experience. Political Relevance: The lyrics address socio-political issues of the time, making the album a snapshot of the 1960s counterculture. Guitar Work: The interplay between Wayne Kramer and Fred "Sonic" Smith's guitars is a standout feature, creating a powerful and distinctive sound. Influence: "Kick Out The Jams" has had a significant and enduring influence on punk rock and alternative music, shaping the trajectory of these genres. Cons: Production Quality: The lo-fi production may be a drawback for listeners accustomed to more polished recordings. Explicit Language: The use of explicit language, particularly in the opening of the title track, may be off-putting for some listeners. Uneven Mix: The live recording occasionally results in an uneven mix, with certain instruments overpowering others at times. In conclusion, "Kick Out The Jams (Live)" by MC5 stands as a landmark album that encapsulates the rebellious spirit of the 1960s. Its raw energy, politically charged lyrics, and influential sound have solidified its place in the annals of rock history. While the album may not be without its imperfections, these very aspects contribute to its authenticity and enduring appeal. "Kick Out The Jams" remains a powerful testament to the transformative power of music and its ability to reflect and shape the cultural landscape.
The music is prob just average for it's time. There are definitely better sounding live albums though
I kicked out some strawberry jam on toast while listening to this. That's about the level of flavor I received form the album. It's good, even a bit fun if you haven't had it in a while, but it gets bland pretty quickly. I'll give credit where credit is due though, these guys helped pioneer garage rock. Can't take that away from them. The title track rips.
Belle énergie en live qu'on ressent bien, des tonnes de guitares saturées.
An okay album, I mostly listened to it as background music.
Ofcourse there were much better bands out there in this time. But none were as loud and energetic as MC5
Good enough
Rock at it's loudest, rawest, and nastiest... well, at least by 1969 standards. That rawness is the album's main feature but it isn't completely a strength to me; there's not many coherent songs here. Super hard and passionate performances, though. Best song: I Want You Right Now
3.5 + Lester Bangs seemed to think these guys were the second coming of Christ so maybe they were a needed counterweight to all the hippie music of the time. Outside of that context, while I like the rawness of this performance and can appreciate the rock energy, I don’t find much to distinguish it. The guitars sound derivative of Jimi, and, skill-wise, he was in a completely different league. There are also elements of the Who, though the Who were far and away better songwriters. Probably a good timepiece but nothing I’d seek to understand on a deeper level.
Eh. I know I should like it. I just wish it sounded better.
The talked intro was the best thing on this.
Hey this sucks, but quite innovative for 1969.
Generic blues rock played loud with a lot of energy. Nothing bad, nothing so much appealing.
Kick Out the Jams
It’s ok
I think I liked this one more than you guys. Full disclosure: I got to meet Wayne Kramer a couple times, as he did a good bit of the music on Eastbound and Down. Cool guy who was nice enough to tolerate me asking him about the one time he played with Soundgarden and Tad instead of anything MC5 related. But that did not influence this review. (It totally influenced this review.) I’ve listened to this record before, but probably not more than once. Had it on today in the car and found more to appreciate. It’s sloppy as hell, kinda annoying, and falls into the old standard blues rock bag of tricks on “Motor City Burning.” But the five songs prior to that one all kinda worked for me in the context of being a live show with good energy and a terrible mix. It’s the kind of concert that would be great fun at a hole in the wall club that isn’t even really a club. “Borderline” was cool and unexpected. “Starship” is ridiculous. And before you know it the whole thing is over. I don’t know, there’s definitely something here even all these years later.
Pretty good
My first connection to this band was the Rage Against The Machine cover of Kick Out The Jams, and that was rad! But I never bothered to look up the original. This concert album is a very good recording of what the band is about. Loud rock music with lots of protest messages throughout. Good stuff! 7,5 out of 10
I only learned of these guys a few years ago and felt like kind of a tool that I'd never heard of such an influential band till then.
I still don't like live albums, but this was a decent listen. I don't really know anything about the MC5 but it seems like they put on a killer show. In terms of this being an essential listen - I don't have any objection to hearing it once, but that was probably enough for me.
There wasn’t anything that sounded anything like that before them, I reckon. I think it’s funny that this album was Lester Bangs’ first critic column and he was savage (and later retracted it all). There’s some stuff on this live disc that feels like filler, but I’d listen to it again for sure.
Surprisingly good live album. I kind of lost interest about 2/3 of the way, but had a decent time listening to it.
unobjectionable and perfectly fine to listen to but not rly distinct for me in any way beyond being a live album (derogatory). motor city is burning was probably the highlight for me
I'm really starting to get a sense of the type of person making these picks and I think they just don't have a very diverse taste in music
Decent...not my favorite protopunk (much prefer the Stooges) but can understand the influence. 3/5
I hate live albums sometimes….. this one isn't great. I the music would be better recoded in the studio. Loud, raucous, rock and roll from 1969…. Thats the big surprise. Sounds like a decade early. It isn't bad, i don’t think its really my thing, but I see how people like it. 3/5
MC5 is fun, but I’m not sure they deserve the legendary status they have achieved.
Another good album.
This was perfectly fine, but I really don’t see why it would make a list of albums you MUST hear. Didn’t feel like anything special.
Couldn’t finish the album. Somewhat because I’m behind and somewhat because I didn’t want to. I will give them an extra star because I heard “Let Me Try” from their later album, and I loved listening to that song.
Pretty good. Don't see how it's punk from a sonic point of view.
Poeh die hoge stem in het eerste nummer vind ik maar niets. De nummers daarna moeten het zonder doen en zijn daarom een stuk beter te verteren. Het album klinkt behoorlijk rauw, best wel intens. Voor deze tijd moet het haast wel over het randje geweest zijn. Je hoort veel punk elementen terug in de muziek. Dit is wel een live-album waarbij er meer rauwe randjes zijn. Ik ben uberhaupt niet echt een scheurende gitaren liefhebber, en dit maakt het soms wel lastig om naar te luisteren. Daar tegenover staat dat het rauwe het een bepaalde lading en emotie geeft die ik wel charmant vindt. Hoe dan ook denk ik dat dit album wel een kleine remaster heeft verdiend, vooral als het als iconisch wordt beschouwd. De laatste twee nummers zijn niet best, vooral Starship is een soort koortsdroom, maar niet op een goede manier. Eigenlijk blijft een album over met een matig begin, best aardig middenstuk en een matig einde. Al met al een matige sandwich dus. Favorieten: Come Together, Motor City Is Burning
Jag är inte så mycket för album som är live men annars så var albumet helt okej. Kan tänka mig att ha på det i bakgrunden igen.
I get that it’s an important record and that it’s influential etc. just didn’t do much for me.
One great song. The rest are ok. Not a must listen album.
Interesting and amped up time capsule from 1969 - a live punk rock education. A call to the barricades. Rocking along, energetic, choatic agro fun for slam dancing. The hoarse vocals are a bit painful. They sure put it all out there. This is real rock. interesting vintage listening, history lesson.
It was fast, energetic, and fun
Jamais entendu parler du groupe auparavant. Pas mal en terme d'énergie mais comme toujours avec le punk, ça manque un peu de mélodie
Prefer The Presidents' song
super rough noisy psychedelic-esque bluesy boisterous dive bar rock recorded in a trash can.
I'm not sure where the appeal is with this album. That being said, it is rock, so I don't dislike it necessarily.
Not what I was expecting when I saw the 1969 date. Much more punk /hard rock. Still, not too bad, but not my favorite.
Has its moments but at times just sounds like a mess.
Great energy! Kind of a mess, and a bit repetitive. But, I gotta give it a little credit for the influence, for the groundbreaking "motherfucker!". I'm not enjoying it as much as I thought I would, unfortunately. Probably sticking with a 3 on this. Really wish it was more, but there's nothing catching me.
6/10. This was decent
For 1969 this is messy. Grimy and dirty. Just really heavy and fucked up in all the right places. But we’re not in 1969 we’re in 2023 and so this album was mid. 6/10
Recency is easy - The Who’s Live at Leeds came out one year later and sounds so much better. This might be the first album on the list that I thought was not well or under produced. Better production and it’s 4/5. Yea it’s generic by 2024 standards, because they were first. Relatively modern/70s rock sound that must have been awesome live. Wish they would have released a studio recording, but the album seems like an afterthought
Actually pretty fun album. Interesting choice to have a live debut and it pays off, I don’t think this would be anywhere close to what it is if it was recorded in studio
Yes you need to listen to this album once. Then put the title track on a playlist and never listen to the rest again.
I first listened to this record after reading Lester Bangs book Psychotic Reactions and Carburetor Dung. And it’s listed on all the “influential” lists. I get that, and maybe one can hear where this pointed, but it’s an otherwise pretty straightforward live rock record. Maybe you had to be there. And on something.
It's weird to listen to a record that makes the Stooges sound focused and polished. I like what this record influenced more then this record. It was fine.
I can thank the MC5 for doing what would eventually become punk. But I just don't really jive with this album much. The recording quality isn't there, which is tough since it's live and everything. The songs are just okay. It's fine, and I will listen to it again, but more because I feel I have to than because I actually really enjoy it.
It rocks when I’m in the mood.
There's something I can't place about the way they sound like they're simultaneously speeding through their set and packing up their instruments.
This was fun. Loud and wild, interesting little time capsule. I can only imagine how people must have responded to it back in 1969.
great protopunk
i want to like it more but really it's just a couple of cool riffs and some really cringe politics
Pretty nondescript on first listen.
I have wavered between this being either: a) a sloppy and often pedestrian set of live tunes from a band that is cited infinitely more by critics than anyone I'd ever met in terms of how good they're supposed to have been ... or ... b) this just being a fun high energy live rock album with little to no thought needed. Being fair, energy mostly wins out - you really can feel the (mostly controlled) chaos on stage. It's not something I put on repeat, isn't the most melodic of collections, and gets pretty ridiculous by the end but some days you really need to turn it up to 11 and simply kick out the jams, motherfucker. 6/10 3 stars.
Strano, carino
Not gonna lie, when I read “White Panthers” I assumed they we some clan boys. I’m glad I was wrong. As for the music, I can see that at the time this was punk rock heaven, I would have likely geeked out on it, but the fidelity of the live album and lack of polish on songs impacts my perception. Overall, I enjoyed the fun atmosphere of it, and the passion certainly flows through. I’d give it a high 3.
I have a mixed love affair with live show recordings. On one hand, I'm all about live recording as a means to capture a band at their height, or to capture some particularly unique element of a live act; however, on the other hand, the recording quality and general music quality almost always suffers due to recording tech in combination with the environment. This latter aspect is certainly true here, where the recording tech struggles to capture all of the elements of what surely made MC5 a blast to see live. However, what this album lacks in particular recording clarity MC5 counteract with the equivalent of capturing a jet-fuel like energy in a tight set. Vocals on Ramblin' Rose are...interesting, but hell there is a lot of energy here. Feels almost like hair metal (a la Iron Maiden about 10 years ahead of its time). Halfway through, I appreciate all of the energy and the musicianship on display, but am annoyed that so much of the best elements are buried so deep in the mix (guitar solos primarily). Rocket Reducer is a hot mess by the 4 minute mark -- not loving it. Motor City is Burning has a standard blues-rock progression to it. Standard, but very capable guitar fills. I Want You Right Now might be my favorite on here. All in all I'm a 3 / 5 here. I think I can see how this could have been a more important album at its time, but failing that context I'm not terribly moved. MC5 certainly brings energy to the table, but a lot of it is lost in translation due to the recording. The last two songs were admittedly pretty sweet and I would have loved to be at this live show.
Now I don't know much about anything but I think some of America's best young men served in 'Nam. There was Dallas, from Phoenix; Cleveland, he was from Detroit, and Tex... mmm I don't remember where Tex come from... but the point I'm trying to make is the world is a confusing place and Detroit bears some responsibility. Soul is from MoTown and Hippie rock is from MoCity and the Piston's are from Detroit. MC5, as I learned is not the name of five talented MCs, they're hiippie rockers from Detroit, or Motor Town, or Motor City, err the place they make all the pistons and there are five of them. Anyhow, screw war, make love and Forest Gump was a damn fine American.
This was a 4 all the way up until Starship, which went off the rails. They were high energy, gritty, and rocking up until that point. But Starship is 1/5 of the album so it negatively affects the album.
Energetic. Bluesy and kinda funky but also loose.
Wot, no 'KICK OUT THE JAAAMS, MOTHERFUCKERS!'? A good primer as to what the MC 5 must have been like live. You probably needed to be there.
Its pretty good
Pretty standard for a live album honestly nothing special. I wish we brought back the trend of public address announcer giving a brief speech to the audience before shows. That seems cool.
It’s fine I can see why some people hate it.,kick out the jams and ramblin rose was good.But spaceship is 8 minutes of weird 60s (science fiction spiritualism?) that is very annoying to listen to.
Kinda bland but not terrible terrible
Interesting live album. Never heard this band before, and I had a hard time really engaging with the live performance version of the songs. It wasn’t bad, but I tend to not be engaged in live recordings of songs I’m not familiar with.
Buff, un directo para empezar tu carrera musical. ¿Esto ya no se hace? El principio ya pone los pelos de punta con la intro de "Ramblin' rose" y sigue con el "Kick out the jams". Imprescindible escucharlo con la mente en el ño que se grabó: 1969.
Bangin' live music. Rough and loud.
A classic live album that paved the way for so much music to come, especially punk music. A really cool recording that captures them playing in their hometown of Detroit; you can feel the energy in the crowd and the tension in the air. The title track and "Motor City" are the two highlights of the album, with the latter being a ballsy bluesey cover of the John Lee Hooker song about the riots in Detroit the year before. Makes you want to torch a cop car listening to it. The whole album is only 39 minutes, shorter than most live albums, and it's rough around the edges, raw, and full of protest. Kick out the jams motherfucker. Indeed.
That was some rock for sure. Couldn't tell if there was 1 singer or 5 I liked the pump up speech in the beginning of the show. More bands should do that to get the juices flowing
Second song already that Rage covered on Renegades. This is pretty raw and loud which I'm down with but some of it gets lost on me. Parts of Starship sound like some live Doors which was cool. Weird af but cool.
Not bad. Not bad at all. I thought it would be hard to listen to since I don't like a punk.
Live primal US proto punk that has a reputation as an "inportant" album. (*which always makes me wary). Its fine, and the energy of the performance can be felt though the songs are not always great.
This would have been a fun concert. I don't know that I want to listen to it that much after the fact. I can understand how this would be been revolutionary at the time.
not my jam, 2.5/5
I've heard of MC5 before via a music documentary I watched that traced the roots of heavy metal and rock music all the way back to classical music and the blues. The name of the documentary was "Metal: A Headbanger's Journey". Once the narrator moves from the beginnings to the early days of rock, you see that he includes MC5 on a list of bands that he classified as "Early Metal". This list also includes other bands such as Blue Cheer, the Stooges, Mountain, Deep Purple, and others. I don't know about Early Metal for a genre type, but for a movement, sure. These guys are like psychadelic rock meets the beginnings of punk. At this time, bands were discovering how to distort their guitars, and overdrive their amps, leading to crazy fast thrashing and banging. The faster you played, the better the people liked it. It felt rebellious in a time where discipline and order were pushed hard. The kids who came out to these shows were the Baby Boomer generation: many of them grew up with war veterans as parents, which often led to strict military rules at home, so these bands offered an outlet for all that pent up aggression and anger. Those feelings can definately be heard through the political stance of the band members, as well as their live performance on this record, and though their lyrics. Overall, not a lot in the way of talent in the band. They could barely play instruments or sing, but as an idea; as a movement, this album is enormous. For that reason, I can see past the painful barrage of crash cymbals, shouted lyrics and loud distorted guitar. This is the start of something massive. It's like listening to the start of a star beginning to explode. From here, Metal would take hold, as well as punk, and everything in between. A great listen, and a great history lesson. Favourite songs: Kick Out The Jams, Motor City is Burning Least favourite songs: Starship, Ramblin' Rose, I Want You Right Now 3/5
Not a huge fan of live albums but this is filled with energy. Also cool to see where punk came from. Some great tunes on this record.
Love this genre and MC5 undoubtedly rock, but they are also not as expansive as others.
Eh
MC5 just goes at one speed and volume and it's pretty constant. There's certainly an energy there and I bet it was a lot of fun to see live back in the day. I always feel pretty meh about live recordings, and this was no different. Fun enough.
Good punk album,
Good
Ik heb hier vooral plezier aan beleefd met sample- / orgineel spotten. Blijkbaar een inspirerende band. Muzikaal word ik er niet per se gelukkig van, komt misschien ook omdat de opname niet de beste kwaliteit is. Ik ga voor een basis van 2 sterren en een halve ster omdat het wel grondleggend is.
Rauwe rock & roll. Ik ken het nummer Kick out the jams, als cover van Presidents of the USA. Die waren lekker vrolijk, maar de jongens van MC5 zijn vnl heel boos lijkt het wel. Alsof alle frustraties er uitgespeeld moeten worden. Iets te gruizig allemaal, het klinkt zoals hoe die Ballroom er nu uitziet (check die foto op de wiki). Zo heeft MC5 het achtergelaten in 1969 waarschijnlijk.
Interesting
Oooh, a live album. Can't fault the energy here, but the 60s rock sound wasn't all that captivating
Loud and proud, a metric tonne of energy here. Influential and a great change from the proggy/hippy tunes popular in the late 60s
Estrena discogràfica en directe (gens habitual a l'època) amb un so cru, despullat, ple de riffs incendiaris i lletres més incendiàries encara. Fora de tot això, ha passat més a l'història pel seu to revolucionari que pel seu contingut, rock brutot i accelerat
Tää oli yllättävän jees. Hyvä meno.
Hippie as fuck rock 2.5
3.75
They sure got the aggressiveness and the rebellious energy but the execution is lacking. It's a little bit messy but there's some good tunes on the album.
6/10
Prawdziwe praszczury punkowego rokowania, bo banda powstala w 63, a wywodza sie z detroid, wiec rowniez egzotycznie, bo nie kojarzylem tamtych rejonow z historia punka w hameryce, a kick out the jams grany na zywca, ktory jest debiutanckim krazkiem zespolu z 69, 40 minut materialu zostalu nagrane podczas dwoch wystepow na halloweena, jak to zwykle w przypadku na zywca glownym aspektem nagrania jest energia z jaka jest grana muzyka, a tutaj czuc, ze wychodzi ona wrecz dachem, co slychac po reakcjach tlumu pomiedzy trakami, a skoro punkowanie, to nie moglo sie obyc bez liryk z lewej strony kompasu politycznego zmiksowanego z nuta rewolucjonistycznej anarchii, wiekszosc trakow to mocne lojenie gitarowe polaczone z mocno ekspresyjnym wokalem, ale czuc rowniez influencje bluesowe jak na motor city is burning, dawno nie sluchalem livowych albumikow, wiec mila odmiana, z tego co widze banda nadal preznie wystepuje pomimo juz tak zawansowanego rocznika, na plejke leci tytulowy kick out the jams i wspomniany niebieski trak motor city is burning, klawiatura nadal wypluwa najczesciej uzywana litere w jezyku polskim w nilimitowanych ilosciach, wiec lista wraca na mrozenie
It was like a more punk rock The Who. A lot of angst. Not my style
I quite like the jams they're kicking out here.
Amphetamines, hey?
Lots of energy - they must have been amazing live. Not convinced it translates onto record though.
Another band I’ve heard about but never listened to. Like a lot of what gets billed as pronto-punk or whatever it kind of struck me as just very sloppy rock and roll. Didn’t hate it at all but I wasn’t seeing the big innovation. It’s possible they’re one of those bands that a live set isn’t the best introduction, for me at least. Of course it ends with one of those clangoring noise fests that may be sick when you’re at the end of participating in an energetic live show in the midst of an enthusiastic crowd, but mainly annoy me in recordings.
Meh
I don't see myself throwing this one on again and again, but still enjoyed it.
Best part of the album might have been the announcement at the beginning.
I liked this a bit more than I thought that I would at first glance. A couple of the tracks were kind of catchy...but it was noisy and rough most of the time for me. So, I was just barely holding on for much of it.
Started out strong, but got weird near the end.
Never heard of this band and I really dug the guitar work. Unfortunately the singer is just way too weak to lead this kind of band. His voice just wasn't powerful enough and it showed. 2.5/5
Love it, hate it, I don't mind at all. The messy nature of punk in this form always erks me.
It's a bit surprising it was released in the 60s, seems ahead of its time. That being said, it doesn't have as many hooks and interesting moments as some later punk.
Wanna know where punk came from? Definitely somewhere around here.
I get what the band is trying to here. But the energy is completely directionless. It's all over the place. I can totally see pnk coming from this, but I felt that a good deal of punk still has a bit more focus. This just sounds... drunk.
You can definitely feel the energy on this one - at every song conclusion I'm just waiting to hear someone smash their instrument. Which is good because as musicians they're average at best. There's some heady social commentary on Motor City is Burning and between some songs, but otherwise it's pretty sex-fueled drivel (except for the weird but intriguing Starship). I mean sex, drugs, and rock & roll but maybe a little more variety? Thanks to Rage I love Kick Out the Jams and the original is solid (enough melody and lots of energy in their flawed playing). I think my ultimate rating is more based on knowing what they pioneered than their own ability.
Punk makes some people want to kick things. Feedback makes me want to kick things. I know they're groundbreaking and this is considered a classic. I'd probably go up to a 4 based on the energy and the fact that they were ahead of their time, but too much feedback is an automatic 1-point deduction (minimum). Favorite tracks: Kick Out the Jams (obviously), Ramblin' Rose (even with the weird high singing), Borderline (rockin' track), Motor City is Burning (good blues). Least favorite - anything with too much feedback, particularly Come Together and Starship.
Fun listen. I've heard of MC5 but never really listened to them before.
Bit noisey, but not bad
meh
I honestly think I don't like the live recording. I don't think the acoustics are great. It's in the direction of things I like.
Some cool guitar
Groundbreaking, raw, but slightly dull
This is a new band for me. I think I’d enjoy this more if I’d heard studio versions of the songs first. But the live recordings definitely capture the energy of the band. They sound like a great live act - the lead singer in particular is pretty wild. (That closing track “Starship” tried my patience though.) Highlights: “Kick Out the Jams,” “Motor City is Burning” (some nice blues riffing here), “I Want You Right Now” (I feel like this track gave me the best sense of who MC5 is as a band)
Had never heard of these but it was kinda funky - in a good way. But probably won’t seek out any more of their music.
When i was driving to work this morning, I thought "my day really needs some anarchic rock and cosmic jazz". MC5 delivered.
Genre: Proto-Punk 3/5 Another decent live album from this list, MC5's Kick Out the Jams is a pretty interesting glimpse into what would end up becoming quite a mainstream rock movement: lefty punk/hard rock. Equal parts political, equal parts noise rock, this thing is a trip. The late 60s birthed plenty of good, plenty of bad, and also plenty of ugly. This particular live album does a great job of highlighting all three, although not all in the same quantities. The boisterous, rebellious intro, outlining the radical left positions of the day (don't let the man get you down, etc.), sound a bit dated and a little forced, considering these positions weren't necessarily held by them until they were taken under the wing of White Panther, and political provocateur, John Sinclair. The songs themselves are certainly portals into the future, showcasing a raw, heavy sound that wouldn't be mainstreamed for at least another decade or more, but in its infancy it sounds a bit too chaotic. The title track is a fucking jam, but the rest of the tracks pale in comparison, and beyond the occasional political interjection, the rest of the album kind of just sounds like a heavy rock record. While I can see the place this album holds in the history and progression of punk and garage rock, I didn't enjoy it as much as I had hoped I would. But not bad.
Had it on, couple of good tracks but it didn't hook me in, I would listen again
Classic garage band and Patty Smith's hubby played for them.
Ces gars-là ont une très belle énergie, ce qui suffit à les opposer à Leonard Cohen.
Very heavy man, fight the power!
Definitely a cool part of music history that’s very important to hear. I just wish the quality of the songs was a little more consistent; this is great in songs but not as a whole album for me.
4/5/22
okay sound, but definitely ahead of their time and have to give them props for that.
Ábyggilega miklir stuðtónleikar. Stemmingin skilar sér samt ekki alveg á plötu.
chaotic but pretty fun.
Came across this last year. Proto-punk apparently that burst kicking and screaming into the scene before getting banned obviously. It's pretty good if you're in the mood for raucous noise and energy. Musth've been great live in the 60's.
As live albums go it was ok. Got duped into believing the mc5 were the bees knees when I was younger so I've listened to this before. Nowhere near as revolutionary as I'd been led to believe.
AND IT'S LIVE!!!!
(The drummer aside) a triumph of enthusiasm over ability. But that’s what rock and roll should be about, no?
I've never heard of MC5 but I seem to be in some kind of rut with generator, with all my albums being from the same few years all weel. All I can tell from the cover is that the band is white and aggressively American and probably somewhat chaotic. I don't know what MC5 stands for but I do like the name of the album "Kick out the Jams". Getting started listening this music mostly comes across as energetic noise? Quite distinct from the Hendrix, Allman Brothers, Joni Mitchell, or that godforsaken Incredible String Band I've been listening to. Ah, ok, readying about who MC5 is, I get it now, and have a framework for my brain to process these sounds. Not sure I'll put it in heavy rotation but I certainly respect that these boys clearly came to play. I can hear the roots of much music I really like, making me embarrassed not to already be familiar with MC5. That's the point of this project, I guess. 2 stars for being reasonably listenable if sloppy and an extra star for sheer effort. Did I need to hear this album before I died? Yes I think I did. (Also, Motor City 5. And I'm not sure it is fair to call someone "paunchy" when compared to Iggy Pop. Because aren't we all paunchy compared to Iggy Pop?)
Pretty fun stuff. 6-7/10
I bet that was a party.
Good solid rock. That's it.
I want to rate this higher because they influenced so many bands that I love. There's a lot of energy and grit on display here BUT...it's not that great. The title track is a classic and there's a few other good songs but a lot of it just doesn't hold up. Other people took inspiration from them and improved on it greatly. I'm very grateful that MC5 existed but they might be my least favorite of the proto-punk bands. 2 stars for the album add another for the path they paved.
Rocks pretty hard.
I liked the songs but really not a fan of live albums. That said, this one is better than most. It really captures their energy and made me wish I was at the concert.
I can see that this is an influential early punk project, and the live aspect does help increase the energy. However, the whole thing is poorly put together; even the mixing is just plain terrible on some tracks
jimi hendrix but punk
I had never heard of this band before. There were a couple of songs that were good but there were some weird ones. A live album didn't help it.
September 14, 2021 I listened to this on bad headphones, but I wanted to like it more than I did. Maybe worth another try later since I usually like this kind of stuff more.
I had to do a search to find the uncensored intro to the title track. With a 2021 lens, such language isn't such a big deal, but saying motherfucker in 1969 was quite racy. I initially thought the music was quite heavy for 1969 although Led Zep's 1st two albums were that year and Hendrix and The Who were also playing heavy then so they had company. While I have a distaste for heavy rock from the late 70s and later, I still enjoy heavy stuff from 69 and the early 70s. I generally think this album is well recorded for a '69 live album (comparing it to Live at Leeds for example) but the production seems to fail badly e.g. I assume the guitar solo at the end of Rocket Producer wasn't supposed to sound that kerfuffled. Also, the mixing makes the lead guitar a wrecking ball. I guess having the vocals being overpowered is OK since the guy can't sing that well and we wouldn't be able to understand what he was saying anyway. The one track where we can understand the lyrics is Motor City is Burning since the verses are played like a ballad so we can hear the lyrics. I expect this was intentional since it's the song that delivers an important political message. It is historically significant to hear the music that defined the protest movements at that time. I haven't been in Detroit for a while but the downtown area remained gutted for at least 25 years (+?) after the race riots hat are the topic of Motor City. I'm not entirely convinced this album was influential for the punk movement - the lineage to The Who is more obvious - but I will defer to the experts who see the link. These two points deserve a +1 but I'm not feeling generous enough to give the race riot connection and punk influence each a +1.
A seminal live album from a rock innovator for hard rock and punk. MC5 is showing off their merits and impact in this album which shows the speed and frenzy they brought to the mainstream.
Rockin’ Live
It's raw. It'll push you to start a garage band and scream into your mic. The first two tracks are amazing. And after that it's constant jamming. That being said, I felt it's main appeal was it's massive influence to garage rock and proto-punk. I felt it was one of the weaker punk albums I've listened to. Although I'd love to rock to the later songs, they were largely forgettable, and with each song's long length, if you're not in the right mood, it reduces to nothing more than noise rock. Overall, worth another listen if you have the right setting.
Has some pretty incredible energy, but it's not something I see myself reaching for very often.
very noisy, very screamy, was fun to read about the bands this band inspired. certainly fun loud punk.
Not a punk fan 3/5
Great start, this is more my speed. 3of5
The electric protopunk live album rocks. EPIC
Some nice loud punk rock
The best thing about this album is the energy. Kick Out The Jams itself is a classic garage punk track which stands out but for the most part it melds into a haze of fuzz and feedback and impressively for a live album it captures the essence of a great show.
A blistering, frenetic cacophony of energy and excitement. What a live experience this would have been. Really enjoyed and will revisit
Cool album, just thought i'd like it more
Nice drive.
Was aite. Bit noisy for 9am
Inicios del punk.
Nice gig, still not getting this live albums being included on the list
This was okay.
Pretty heavy 60's jams
Another roots of punk
j some really good not particularly unique classic noisy rock !
quite chill, nothing really stood out but good vibes throughout 3.5
Best wel lekker album met veel gitaarsolos
A fun garage/punk band that has RATM vibes. Will listen to again
2.9
The title track’s a total banger, but past that? Eh.
+
It's on the list for its importance in defining punk and for defying censors, but when you listen to it, it's kind of just a pretty good live album. I put the title track on my playlist, but beyond that, I doubt I'll think of this album again. Best track: Kick Out The Jams
First punk record? Definitely at least proto-punk here. Very good, top-to-bottom, with lots of raw energy throughout. Not something I would probably listen to a whole bunch, but enjoyable. Spotify edits out the famous opening for some reason.
Några sköna låtar. Proto punk och säkert skitcoolt när albumet släpptes i slutet på 60-talet. Men det står sig svagt mot t.ex Stooges.
Eh, its not bad it's just a bit boring. Sounds like any other live rock show of it's time. Nothing really special about it to me.
Appreciate the influence on punk music but I have never liked MC5.
Shite. I’m just listening to a gig I don’t want to be at.
Этот альбом/концерт довольно напористый и агрессивный, но для меня это какая то пустая агрессия. Не смог отметить для себя ни одного трека к которому хотелось бы вернуться, а этот напор - он примечателен только для той эпохи.
Wanted to like this - but vocals and music were subpar. 2/5
I really put this album off, but I enjoyed it a little more than I expected. A lot of energy and chaos, but that last song is pretty awful. Rating: 3/10 Favorite Song: Kick Out the Jams
Had this for a few years but I've never been keen. Hearing it again hasn't changed that!
Nyt on kyl OG shittiä. Aivan original punkkia ja jokseenkin menevää musiikkia vaikka ei mitään lempparia. Ihan ok ja kuunneltavaa mutta ei jatkoon. Lisää Hendrixiä kiitos!
Inaugurating the great punk tradition of putting style over substance, except in this case the style isn’t that good either.
Not impressive for me
Too suddenly noisy and screamy next to quieter parts.
I guess this is the sound of the revolution …. sloppy
Loud crashing and banging, really not for me
some of it is good, some of it is meh
wasn't much more after the second song
I think if you look up the definition of "power chords" this album pops up.
В общем неплохая панк-группа, но Kick out the jams мне больше нравится в исполнении других музыкантов.
It was aight
if cocaine had a band
At times the music hurt my ears like I was sensitive to some of the notes, the vocals were mediocre, the whole thing was a bit messy but I admire their effort and enthusiasm and surprisingly for the most part I quite liked it, was it good? No! But I can appreciate how this influenced a lot of bands going into the 70’s. The track kick out the jams is banging though!
wow so boring
Nothing too interesting in this live recording.
I respect it for being so influential to the punk genre, but I just couldn't really get into it. ⭐️⭐️
Nothing exciting.
I do not understand why this is on the list,
Live... why?!? I really don't get live albums. The sound is usually worse, and the magic of the jamming just doesn't come through on a recording. I'm sure it was incredible to experience live, but as an album, it doesn't do much for me. Of course, we're working our way through the 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die list, and in that context, I can definitely see why this album made the cut.
In theory I should really like this ... and maybe it's because it's a live album with poor sound quality, but I don't